In the field of commercial aviation, the Helicopter is a comparatively new vehicle and, to my mind, one requiring considerable development in respect of servicing, maintenance and overhaul.

As we are all aware, serviceability has an important influence on an aircraft’s revenue flying time. Therefore, I think that it is essential for us to grapple with maintenance problems at an early stage and try to place them in their true perspective.

From my point of view, as an engineer, it is most important to use the aircraft at a high “Utilisation Rate,” without impairing its safety.